As an experienced criminal law firm and leading criminal defence firm, we represent clients accused of serious crime, organised crime, and complex criminal matters investigated by specialist police units, the National Crime Agency (NCA), and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
Our criminal defence solicitors regularly defend serious crime cases involving allegations of violence, firearms, drug trafficking, money laundering, financial crime, and organised criminal activity. We understand that police investigations into serious offences can have life-changing consequences and require immediate expert legal advice and strategic defence preparation.
If you are under investigation, invited for a police interview, or charged with a criminal offence, our serious crime lawyers can provide urgent legal assistance, police station representation, and expert advice from the earliest stage of proceedings.
Our defence solicitors have extensive experience defending clients in complex crime cases before both the Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court. We provide comprehensive criminal defence services for clients facing allegations connected to organised crime groups, conspiracy offences, and serious violence.
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Our serious crime solicitors regularly defend cases involving:
As experienced crime solicitors and criminal defence solicitors, we understand how prosecutors build serious crime cases using mobile phone downloads, forensic evidence, surveillance material, and financial investigations.
Our criminal defence team works proactively to challenge prosecution evidence, protect our clients’ legal rights, and develop a strong defence strategy tailored to each client’s circumstances.
Our serious crime solicitors regularly represent clients before the Crown Court, and, where appropriate, the Magistrates’ Court.
We provide advice and representation throughout every stage of the criminal justice system, including:
Our law firm has successfully defended clients in highly complex criminal cases prosecuted by specialist organised crime units and regional police forces.
Modern police investigations into serious crime frequently involve detailed examination of:
Our serious crime solicitors have decades of experience scrutinising complex digital and forensic evidence. We work closely with leading forensic experts and barristers to identify weaknesses in the prosecution case and provide expert legal representation in serious criminal cases.
Wilkstone Law represented a client accused of being a member of an organised crime gang involved in the attempted murder of a rival gang member. The allegations included possession of a firearm with intent to cause serious injury, and attempted murder following a shooting that caused life-changing injuries.
Our serious crime lawyers defended a client accused of offences under the Terrorism Act 2000, including allegations of membership of a proscribed organisation, and collecting information for the purposes of preparing an act of terrorism.
Our crime defence solicitors represented a client accused of involvement in organised crime linked to the wholesale supply of Class A drugs, possession of firearms, and allegations connected to violent offences involving rival organised crime groups.
Clients convicted of serious criminal offences linked to organised crime may face applications for Serious Crime Prevention Orders (SCPOs).
These orders can impose severe long-term restrictions, including:
Our serious crime solicitors have extensive experience making representations to challenge or reduce the scope of proposed Serious Crime Prevention Orders.
Wilkstone Law advises clients on legal aid applications through the Legal Aid Agency and can assess eligibility based on financial circumstances.
Where legal aid is unavailable, our serious crime solicitors can discuss private funding options, fixed fees, and legal expenses insurance where applicable. We provide transparent advice regarding legal costs and funding arrangements so clients can make informed decisions about their legal representation.
We understand that facing serious criminal charges can place significant pressure on individuals and their families, and we aim to provide clear, professional advice and practical legal assistance throughout the process.
In addition to serious crime cases, our criminal team also advises and represents clients in matters involving:
Our solicitors regularly represent clients in both straightforward and complex cases before the Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court.
We are committed to providing expert legal representation across all areas of criminal law.
Clients choose Wilkstone Law because:
Our solicitors understand the pressure and uncertainty involved in serious criminal investigations and allegations. We are committed to providing expert legal representation and achieving the strongest possible outcome for every client.
If you have been arrested, requested to attend a police interview, or charged with a serious criminal offence, contact Wilkstone Law immediately.
Our serious crime solicitors provide urgent legal assistance, police station representation, and Crown Court defence across England and Wales.
Call Wilkstone Law today to speak with an experienced serious crime solicitor.
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If you have been arrested, you should not answer police questions until you have received expert legal advice from criminal defence solicitors.
You should only confirm your name and basic personal details before requesting legal representation. You are entitled to free legal advice whilst in police custody, and early representation at the police station can significantly affect the outcome of a criminal investigation.
Wilkstone Law provide immediate police station representation and expert legal advice for clients accused of criminal offences throughout Cardiff and across England and Wales.
If you have been released on police bail or released under investigation, it is important to seek expert legal advice as soon as possible.
Our criminal defence solicitors can review the evidence, advise you in relation to the investigation and consider whether pre-charge engagement with the police may be appropriate. In some criminal cases, early representations can result in allegations being dropped or no further action being taken.
We can also advise upon:
Early strategic advice can strengthen your defence and improve the outcome of your case.
Wilkstone Law can provide independent expert legal advice and a second opinion regarding your criminal defence matter.
Our solicitors can obtain the police disclosure and paperwork from the Duty Solicitor, review the evidence and advise whether the legal advice previously provided was appropriate in the circumstances.
We regularly assist clients who require ongoing representation following release from police custody and can take over conduct of the case where appropriate.
Call us as soon as possible – we will agree a fixed fee consultation to discuss and advise upon your case. At this meeting, we will advise you upon what happens next and will apply for copies of the police statements and evidence before your first court appearance.
We will carefully consider the evidence and advise you upon the strength of the police evidence and upon any defence that you may have to the charges you face. There may be urgent steps that we advise you to take to strengthen your defence before you appear in court.
The first appearance in any court case is at the Magistrates Court – we can appear in court on your behalf to represent you.
If you have been charged with a criminal offence and required to attend court, you should seek legal advice immediately.
Our criminal defence solicitors in Cardiff can advise you upon:
The first hearing in a criminal case will usually take place before the Magistrates’ Court. Early preparation and expert representation can make a significant difference to the progression and outcome of proceedings.
Yes. The first call to Wilkstone Law is free.
During the initial call, we can provide general guidance regarding next steps and arrange a fixed fee consultation to discuss your case in greater detail. However, we cannot provide case-specific legal advice until formally instructed.
Consultations can usually be arranged at short notice either in person, by telephone, or via video conference.
Our fixed fee consultations start from £500 plus VAT.
Following the initial consultation, we are often able to provide a fixed fee quotation for representation throughout the lifetime of your criminal case.
Legal fees will depend upon several factors including:
Wilkstone Law also advise clients in relation to legal aid and Legal Aid Agency funding where available.
Wilkstone Law are accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Our Managing Director, Jon Wilkins, is recognised as a Grade A Solicitor by the Legal Aid Agency and is a recommended lawyer in The Legal 500.
Our criminal defence solicitors are highly regarded for providing expert legal advice and representation in serious and complex criminal cases.